Not pictured: Al Callan, Doug Jones, Jon Humphrey
Meet the Band
Cameron Morgan Houston, TX Guitar
Cameron, a guitar virtuoso, adds his unique artistic and technical skill to AMB’s sound. After touring and recording for many years, in 2008 Cameron turned some of his attention to releasing musical effects accessories, consulting with companies to improve their products, and running Eclectic Sounds, a music store/record store in North Portland. A partial list of Cameron’s accomplishments includes:
Performing and recording with members of Prince, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Jane’s Addiction, and The Knack, as well as releasing his own music including the album “LOVE EVERYBODY”
Composing/songwriting for TV’s General Hospital and Nashville
Studio sessions for David Lynch and Gino Vanelli, among others
Nick Rolfe Portland, OR Keyboards
Before AMB crossed paths with Nick, he had a well-established music career that included playing with numerous well-known artists as well as earning acclaim for his own albums. Nick brings creativity, virtuosity, and flair to every performance, and his contribution to the band is immeasurable. Some of Nick’s accomplishments include:
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Playing for Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, Verdine White, Sting, James Taylor, Ledisi, Annie Lennox, Idina Menzel, Debra Harry, Chris Botti, Run DMC, Busta Rhymes, and many others
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Releasing his own award-winning solo albums
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Touring extensively both nationally and internationally
Christopher Brown Portland, OR Drums
Chris brings a lifetime of musical heritage and accomplishments to AMB. The son of legendary Portland band leader, Mel Brown, Chris possesses a level of professionalism and dedication to his craft that is evident in every performance. Add to that his obvious enjoyment interacting with the band and audience, and it’s easy to see why AMB feels so lucky to have him. A partial list of his musical experiences includes:
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Earning two jazz studies degrees from Rutgers, as well as serving as a jazz professor at Rutgers & PSU
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Playing with Roy Hargrove, Beyonce, Damien Lillard, and many more
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Serving as jazz director of the Metropolitan Youth Symphony
Matt Senn Colton, OR Bandleader, guitar, vocals
Matthew practically grew up in Aspen Meadow Band. He began playing guitar at 14 years old and was instantly hooked. He loves playing a wide variety of music, including worship, classic rock, country, blues, standards, soul, and show tunes. Some of his accomplishments include:
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Performing duties as AMB’s bandleader for the last seven years
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Earning a Music Performance degree from acclaimed Berklee College of Music
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Serving as a music therapist and the owner of NeuroNotes Music Therapy
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Volunteering his music therapy services at Bridging Bionics Foundation
Saeeda Wright Portland, OR Vocals
Saeeda comes to AMB with a breathtaking soulful voice that can belt out virtually any type of song. With over 20 years as a professional in the music industry, she has worked with some of the biggest names, as well as performing and recording on her own. Just a few of Saeeda’s professional experiences include:
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Touring with Prince
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Working with Stevie Wonder, Liv Warfield, and Lalah Hathaway
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Performing as a longtime member of Mel Brown’s B3 Organ Group and instructing at Mel Brown Jazz Camps
Paul Mazzio Portland, OR Trumpet
Paul joined AMB with nearly 35 years experience as an in-demand freelance professional trumpet player. As one half of the band’s horn section, he helps create the dynamic, full sound that takes the music to the next level. Paul is enthusiastically loved by audiences as well as his fellow band members. A partial list of his credits includes -
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Touring and recording with the Woody Herman Orchestra and Delbert McClinton
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Recording with Gino Vanelli, Tom Grant, Ben Wolfe, NuShooz, and more
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Performing live with Tony Bennett, Natalie Cole, the Moody Blues, the Temptations, and the 4 Tops, among others
Doug Jones Canby, OR Pedal steel guitarist
Doug’s musical journey began at a young age when he played piano duets with his grandfather. He went on to learn bass guitar, banjo, guitar, and mandolin before taking up pedal steel in his late twenties. His contribution on pedal steel has greatly enriched AMB. Doug’s long career includes:
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Performing regionally and nationally for more than four decades
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Working with artists including Randy Travis, Trisha Yearwood, Rascal Flatts, Jo Dee Messina, and Leann Womack, to name a few
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Entertaining with the Honky Tonk Roadshow for nine years
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Renato Caranto The Philippines Saxophone
As one half of AMB’s dynamic horn duo, Renato’s artistry on tenor sax has helped to round out every band performance. A native of the Philippines, Renato began performing abroad at age 15. After coming to the U.S. in 1981, he toured with bands across the nation and has been a nonstop professional musician since those early days. Some examples of his experiences:
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Touring with Merle Haggard and Esperanza Spalding
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Performing and/or recording with Tom Grant, Michael Allen Harrison, Dan Balmer, Alan Jones, Clarence Clemons, the Temptations, the Four Tops, Harry Connick, Jr., and many others while also earning acclaim for his own recordings
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Teaching at WOU’s Mel Brown Jazz Camp for over 10 years as well as several high schools
Al Callan PNW Fiddle
Al brings 40-plus years of wide-ranging professional experience to AMB. His first-rate fiddling adds a truly special touch to the band’s sound. Al’s background includes seven years of classical training. In addition, his musical resume includes:
Professional fiddle player since age 14 as well as performing on guitar, banjo, mandolin, and vocals
Playing in bands from L.A. to Seattle
Recording with artists including the Northwest Playboys
Joseph Senn Colton, OR Vocals
Joe’s singing, choreography, humor, and audience interaction help create the joyful experience that keeps AMB’s guests coming back for more. He enjoys a wide variety of music, but his favorites to perform are worship, country, and soul. Joe has been an integral part of Aspen Meadow Band for 14 years, and some of his experiences include:
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Performing in numerous holiday concerts
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Performing at annual summer concerts benefiting charitable organizations
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Performing as "Danny" in Summer Finally Got Here, AMB's outdoor musical production
Wayne Burns Beavercreek, OR Rhythm guitar, vocals
Wayne’s smooth vocals are a testament to his love of melodic songs with beautiful harmonies. A mostly self-taught musician, he has been playing guitar and singing since 1971. As a founding member of Aspen Meadow Band, Wayne performs some of his favorite genres, which include pop, rock, soul, country, and worship music. A few of his experiences:
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Performaning at numerous holiday concerts
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Singing in AMB's annual Summer Finally Got Here outdoor musical production
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Performing at yearly outdoor concerts benefiting charitable organizations
Marcie Gaynor Colton, OR Vocals
Marcie’s rich tones add a soulful depth to many of Aspen Meadow Band’s songs. As another founding member of the band, she is thankful to be part of a group that connects with and blesses people through music. Her musical tastes include pop, rock, country, soul, big band, and worship. In addition to AMB, Marcie’s musical experiences include:
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Performing as a founding member of the a cappella quartet Heartsong
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Singing at regional events benefiting children with special needs, juvenile diabetes, veterans, and senior citizens
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Singing and dancing in AMB's annual Summer Finally Got Here outdoor musical production
Anna Senn Colton, OR Vocals
Anna’s pure clear vocals are an important element of Aspen Meadow Band, and have been from the beginning. She loves the energy, light, and love that is communicated between the band and audience during a performance. Anna enjoys all kinds of music - worship, country, rock 'n’ roll, soul, and coffee house, and performs many of these. Anna’s background includes:
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Performing as an original member of Aspen Meadow Band
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Performing as an original member of Heartsong, an a cappella quartet
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Performing as Sandy in Summer Finally Got Here, AMB's outdoor musical production
Erin Ring Oregon City, Oregon Vocals
Like several of Aspen Meadow Band’s members, Erin comes from a musical family. She was blessed to be a part of Aspen Meadow Band in the beginning, and after taking a break while her daughters were young, she’s been back with the band for several years. Erin's strong beautiful voice graces both AMB and the a cappella quartet Heartsong. A few of her performance accomplishments include:
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Performing annually in Summer Finally Got Here, AMB's outdoor musical production
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Performing at regional events honoring veterans
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Performing at events benefiting children with special needs, senior citizens, cystic fibrosis, and juvenile diabetes
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Kari Humphrey Colton, OR Vocals
Kari grew up in a musical family and sang with them at church and various events.as a child and young adult. She has been a member of both Aspen Meadow Band and Heartsong for the last three years. Her beautiful harmonies,lead vocals, and contribution to arrangements add greatly to both groups. Some of Kari’s experiences are:
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Singing, acting, and dancing annually in Summer Finally Got Here, AMB’s outdoor musical production
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Performing at regional events honoring veterans
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Performing at events benefiting children with special needs, juvenile diabetes, senior citizens, and cystic fibrosis
Isaac Soper Colton, OR Vocals
Isaac’s energetic vocals give him the opportunity to be himself on stage and express his emotions through song. As an original member of Aspen Meadow Band, Isaac appreciates most types of music, though modern folk/alt-country is closest to his heart. A few of his experiences include:
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Performing in numerous holiday concerts
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Performing in a variety of benefit concerts
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Performing in Summer Finally Got Here, AMB's outdoor musical production
Jadyn Ring Camas, WA Vocals
Jadyn, a college student, is AMB’s youngest member. She loves performing because it allows her to communicate her love of music as a universal language that inspires joy, healing, and freedom. Jadyn’s accomplishments include:
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Singing and acting in school and community theater productions
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Performing with multiple veteran artists
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Performing in Summer Finally Got Here, AMB’s outdoor musical production
Jon Humphrey Molalla, OR Vocals
Jon lives with his wife Annette, son Austin and daughter Ellie in Molalla, OR. Country life in Molalla allows Jon to live parts of the songs he deeply appreciates and gets to sing lead vocals on. He is in the band to have a good time, maybe introduce the listeners to something new to them, and hopefully do justice to a great song.
Jon's favorite music genre is traditional country, though he listens to and likes to sing several others. The performers he admires are too long to list, but a few examples are Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Colter Wall, Cody Jinks, Tyler Childers, George Jones, Don Williams, George Strait, and Alan Jackson.